Easy Lasagna Soup Recipe
This Easy Lasagna Soup brings all the flavors of classic lasagna into a comforting, hearty soup. With layers of pasta, ground beef, marinara sauce, and creamy ricotta, it’s perfect for cozy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 4 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 8 –10 lasagna noodles broken into pieces
- Salt & pepper to taste
For topping:
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- Grated Parmesan and fresh basil
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: In a large soup pot, heat a splash of oil. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Brown the meat: Add ground beef or sausage and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Build the base: Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, broth, and seasonings.
- Simmer & cook pasta: Bring to a boil. Add broken lasagna noodles and simmer until tender (about 10–12 mins).
- Finish & serve: Taste and adjust seasoning. Ladle into bowls and top each with ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and fresh basil.
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Notes
- Vegetarian? Use lentils, mushrooms, or veggie crumbles
- Gluten-free? Swap noodles for your favorite GF pasta
- Spicy twist? Add hot Italian sausage and extra chili flakes
- Veggie-packed? Stir in spinach, zucchini, or bell peppers near the end